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“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem.” (Isaiah 66: 13). Are life’s burdens overwhelming you? Are you wishing there were someone to share them with you? Do you know there is a person waiting to accompany you in this struggle and redeem you. Yes! […]

“Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God and afflicted.” (Isaiah 53:4) Yes! Our Lord Jesus Christ bore our sins and allowed Himself to be crucified on the cross, so that our burdens and sufferings may be taken away and we may have a blessed […]

“Wait for the Lord, and He will save you.” (Proverbs 20:22) Many days ago, I suddenly had a severe stomach ache. At that time my husband had gone out of town. Therefore my mother Stella Dhinakaran took me to a hospital. When we reached the hospital, I thought the doctor would examine me, prescribe me some […]

“See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.” (Matthew 21:5) Palm Sunday signifies the end of the season of lent. Retrospectively, on the original palm sunday, Jesus entered into Jerusalem, prepared for His suffering and death on the cross. However, He was […]

“He satisfies your desires with good things” (Psalm 103:5) Fear grips a person by looking at today’s happenings around the world.  People turn around to find none to comfort them in their distress.  Is there no hope to live? Has your day-to-day life been affected to the core? Do you feel forsaken and sinking in problems?  […]

“He had no beauty or majesty to attract us to Him, nothing in His appearance that we should desire Him” (Isaiah 53:2). Our God is the Rose of Sharon, radiant and ruddy and outstanding among ten thousand (Song of Songs 2:1; 5:10).  However, on the Cross, He was despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering, and […]

“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth” (Psalm 145:18) In 1990, I underwent a heart surgery.  Few years after that, my doctors advised me for a check-up.  I heeded to their advice as it appeared good for my health.  For the same, a medical team came to […]

“He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer” (Psalm 102:17). The Lord says that He will enquire about you, comfort you with delight even in this month. So, do not fear! The promise for this day is that “God will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer” […]

“…whoever does the will of God lives forever.” (1 John 2:17) We read in the Bible about Anna who was a prophet.  She became a widow at a very young age.  She decided not to leave the temple of God and stayed there at all times and was prophesying (Luke 2:36-48).  Today, people stagger at every loss. […]

I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips (Psalm 34:1). Praise multiplies your miracles and triggers the supernatural wonders. You will be lifted from troubles and would reach your destiny.  So, say aloud, “I will extol the Lord at all times; His praise will always be on my lips” (Psalm 34:1).  Count […]

“Be holy, because I am holy.” (1 Peter 1:16) In the Bible, we read about David who after having committed murder and adultery had remorse for his sins.  He regretted and wailed, “For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.  Against You, You only, have I sinned and done what is evil […]

Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy (Proverbs 28:13) We read in Luke 15 in the Bible about a son who demanded his property from his father.  There is great probability that his friends could have infused bad advices saying, “You are a very potential […]

This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.  (1 John 5:4) Dearly beloved, faith is essential to have a closer walk with God and to raise a God-centered family. If some blessing is delayed, do not fret or fume and do not be disheartened by the long-wait.  Focus on the God […]

I will appoint them for praise and fame in every land where they were put to shame. (Zephaniah 3:19) Has some long wait made your soul weary?  God is mindful of all the shame that you have faced over your waiting period.  He has heard the enemies’ scornful talks and their contemptuous looks. Neither give […]

“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” (Luke 6:27) Love is a powerful weapon, which will diffuse the bomb of hatred in the heart of a person. Bible says about it as, “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21).  Reveal […]

“For the commandment is a lamp, and the law a light; reproofs of instruction are the way of life.” (Proverbs 6:23) Parents, especially mothers, invest much time and effort in their children’s school studies, homework, sports, entertainment, and arts.  But, have you ever taught your children the scriptures?  Are your children enjoying their freedom within […]

“No harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent” (Psalm 91:10). Today, has any fear gripped your soul?  Is there a way out for it?  How is it feasible to flee from fear creeping into your mind?  Beloved, when God has promised, “No harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent” (Psalm […]

“… keep the Sabbath day holy, as I commanded your ancestors” (Jeremiah 17:22) Sabbath day is the day of rest, ordained by God Himself for His people to focus on Him.  The neglect of which will result in impoverished soul. Your soul is fashioned by God to depend and focus on His beauty and glory. […]

“Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them” (John 7:38). Jesus asks you to choose the good portion of resting at His feet and listening to His voice.  God is pleased with you when you get closer with Him in love.  As you constantly listen Him, rivers of living […]

“Thus says the Lord God to these bones:“Surely I will cause breath to enter into you, and you shall live.” (Ezekiel 37:5) Today, GOD Almighty is willing to renew your life and plant every blessing into you. You will start living a new life that is dear and acceptable to Him. Yes, He is all-powerful […]

“… Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation…” (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) Are you wondering, “Who would comfort me in my sufferings?  I have lost my loved ones.” Do not worry. You have a good Father in heaven who carries you on His […]

The Lord your God carried you, as a father carries his son, all the way you went until you reached this place (Deuteronomy 1:31). Turning back to the past days of your life would fill you with gratefulness for the loving God who carried you on His shoulders.  Think of all the bad and worst storms of life […]

“And those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.” (Galatians 5:24) In today’s world, sin abounds everywhere. The lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life has taken control of people of all walks of life (1 John 2:16). However, God can change everything and give […]

Jesus said, “Your sins are forgiven.” (Luke 7:48) Jesus the Son of God loves you so much. He is ready to accept you as His own child.  But is there something pulling you away from Him? All you need to do is to run to His embrace. Bible says, “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and […]

Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season. (2 Timothy 4:2) God’s loving command to humanity and in particular to those called by Him directs us to go out and preach the good news to the suffering (Matthew 28:19, 20). In the Bible we see a similar verse of today’s promise where prophet Isaiah says, […]

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” (Matthew 5:4) Today, what is it that is depriving the joy of a person? The loss of a beloved one, unable to come out of addictions, betrayal of friends, unemployment, poverty – When these issues weigh down the heart of a person, he is unable […]

“For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” (Luke 19:10) Jesus, the Son of God showed His love by giving Himself for you, taking your place on the Cross. The Bible says, “We love because he first loved us” (1 John 4:19).  Beloved, you are not hidden from God’s […]

I waited patiently for the Lord to help me, and He turned to me and heard my cry. (Psalm 40:1) Are you burdened waiting for a long period expecting some miracle to happen? Are you troubled in your heart unable to see an end to your problem?  The Bible says, “Blessed are those who mourn, for […]

I will dwell in them and walk among them. I will be their God, and they shall be My people (2 Corinthians 6:16). God loves you so much that He says to you, “Out of all nations you will be My treasured possession. Although the whole earth is Mine, you will be for Me a kingdom of priests and a holy […]

“Whoever abides in Him (the Lord) does not sin.” (I John 3:6) Being God’s child, you become a brand new person in Christ. There is no room for addiction because the blood of Jesus has sanctified you.  His love has transfigured you into the kingdom of light from the kingdom of darkness.  His grace always […]